Is Lopid (600 mg) a statin?

Lopid (600 mg) is not a statin . It is a fibrate used to treat hypertriglyceridemia and reduce the risk of developing coronary heart disease.

Who should not take Lopid (600 mg)?

Lopid (600 mg) is not recommended for patients with liver or severe kidney dysfunction, gallbladder abnormalities, or hypersensitivity .

Does Lopid (600 mg) cause gall stones?

Lopid (600 mg) can cause gallstones by increasing the elimination of cholesterol into bile. If gallstones are found, Lopid (600 mg) should be stopped.

When is the best time to take Lopid (600 mg)?

It is often consumed twice daily , 30 minutes prior to breakfast and dinner.

Does Lopid (600 mg) increase HDL?

Lopid (600 mg) is most effective at lowering serum triglycerides and LDL cholesterol and raising serum HDL(good) cholesterol .

Drug Price - Lopid (600 mg) 600mg - 10 Tablets Capsule (Gemfibrozil)

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Lopid (600 mg) (Gemfibrozil) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on Apr 19, 2023

Gemfibrozil (Lopid (600 mg)) is an antihyperlipidemic agent, used to treat obesity, blockages in blood vessels by reducing the cholesterol level and triglyceride level in blood, for patients at risk of pancreatic disease.

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Lopid (600 mg) - Pfizer Ltd. (Pharmacia India Pvt. Ltd.)

Lopid (600 mg) Capsule

Generic : Gemfibrozil

₹ 275.2

600mg

10 Tablets

Price Updated on Apr 19, 2023

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When is Lopid (600 mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ High Cholesterol

⇨ Cholesterol

⇨ Obesity

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Last Updated on Apr 19, 2023